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General Discussion => This 'n' That => Topic started by: VioletAquarius on March 05, 2025, 10:38:01 PM

Title: Tummy control knickers
Post by: VioletAquarius on March 05, 2025, 10:38:01 PM

Does anyone have any recommendations for tummy control knickers?

And do you think they will help with a pot belly. Sick of looking pregnant!  ;D :( :o

Title: Re: Tummy control knickers
Post by: bombsh3ll on March 05, 2025, 10:56:53 PM

I tried these post partum but they were so uncomfortable they didn't even last the day!

I couldn't work out whether you were meant to buy the size you are or the size you'd like to be 😉

They did make my figure look amazing though! They were called "Spanx" but that was 16 years ago so I don't know if that brand is still around.

Title: Re: Tummy control knickers
Post by: Aprilflower on March 06, 2025, 09:08:46 AM

I agree, totally uncomfortable.

Maybe try some exercises to strengthen the muscles.

Title: Re: Tummy control knickers
Post by: jaypo on March 06, 2025, 12:12:04 PM

Spanx are still good but so uncomfortable,M&S to good control underwear but beware the roll down if you get high fitting ones

Title: Re: Tummy control knickers
Post by: VioletAquarius on March 06, 2025, 09:51:42 PM

Thanks everyone, will look into them, taking into account of the high waisted ones! Thank you x

Unfortunately I can't do any core exercises due to my prolapse; any core exercise or any that causes downward pressure will worsen it.

Title: Re: Tummy control knickers
Post by: jaypo on March 07, 2025, 11:40:03 AM

Be kind to yourself,I've a jelly belly  ;D but I now know what kind of clothes to wear to disguise it,have a look online  :)

Title: Re: Tummy control knickers
Post by: VioletAquarius on March 07, 2025, 09:28:18 PM

Thanks jaypo.

I try to hide it with clothes but I look about 7 months pregnant so it's really hard x

Title: Re: Tummy control knickers
Post by: jaypo on March 08, 2025, 11:39:40 AM

I know how disheartening it can be, I used to get so depressed with the old meno belly, you get those corsets,they're not pants but just go round the middle but do be careful not to restrict too much,not good for your insides x

Title: Re: Tummy control knickers
Post by: VioletAquarius on March 08, 2025, 09:39:47 PM

Thanks jaypo, no I won't get anything that constricts you  x